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Infant babysitters in La Porte City, IA

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Margery M.


La Porte City, IA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting since I was 16 and would help with my nieces and nephews as newborns. I worked at a daycare for 2 years and I currently nanny full-time. I have experience with newborns up to age 12. I am willing to help with light housework and travel. I am also conformable with pets.
Margery can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rainee G.


Waterloo, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children and have worked in two day cares. I currently work for the Waterloo schools as a para with children with special needs. I am working on my masters degree in theology and eventually want to be a children's pastor.
Rainee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She does a great job with my kids (: "

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Caitlin M.


Waterloo, IA

$14-16/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Caitlin. I'm looking to provide childcare to a wonderful family! I would describe myself as a fun, positive and loving person who enjoys caring for kids. I love to be creative and be outside any chance I can. I love to cook and bake all sorts of treats! I also like to do my best to get the kids involved in any...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Megan M.


Waterloo, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter With Years Of Experience!

Hello! My name is Megan and I am 25 years old. I grew up and currently live in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area with my long-term boyfriend, Nate! I have lots of experience with children and used to help my neighbor out with her daycare that she ran, as well as nannying/sitting throughout high school and college. I am very...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Piper P.


Waterloo, IA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter

Hello! I'm Makenzie, a junior at the University of Northern Iowa, studying elementary education. I have been babysitting since I was 14, and was a nanny for 2 summers. I currently work at CUCCC, at this daycare I work with infants, toddlers, and school age! I would love to get out and do things with the kiddos, like the library...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Isabella J.


Waterloo, IA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate And Creative Sitter

I am new to the area but have 8 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, carpool, crafts, swimming supervision, and remote learning. I have experience taking care of children ages 0-12 and am always willing to try new things! I love to do crafts and go outside. Whether you just need...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
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Hannah F.


Waterloo, IA

$12-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have watched 2 children ages 2 and 5 for a few years now over the summer and school months. I have also watched a 10-year-old girl last summer and we loved to go to the pool and have fun doing outside activities. I would love to spend time with your kids and watch them this summer as well.
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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Jazmyn T.


Waterloo, IA

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter! :)

2.3

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My passion for educating and caring for children dates back to my own childhood. I began my journey in childcare by assisting my mother at her home daycare in Iowa, where I learned the value of patience and dedication. Throughout middle school, I continued to develop my skills by babysitting for several families and tutoring my...
Jazmyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sara E.


Waterloo, IA

$8-10/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I babysat a little bit in high school, mostly for neighbors. I worked in daycare for almost two years. I have worked with all age groups: infants, toddlers and preschool.
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Skyler J.


Waterloo, IA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Skyler J and I am looking for nannying/babysitting jobs in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area! I am currently a student at the University of Missouri, studying elementary education! I have had about 9 years of babysitting experience, and have worked in and out of various preschools. I am very flexible with hours, and...
Skyler can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katelin T.


Waterloo, IA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

As a compassionate and experienced caregiver, I have dedicated the last two years to nurturing the growth and development of children. My passion for childcare stems from my own positive babysitting experiences and the joy of supporting families. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children...
Katelin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlyn S.


Waterloo, IA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a caring, fun babysitter, and I love to help out kids when I can. I'm very responsible and resourceful so if anything wrong happens I will know what to do in a quick and timely manner. I have babysat kids throughout my life, starting when I was young with my mom and got my own jobs also when I grew up. All of the kids...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Shana L.


Waterloo, IA

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Encourager And Smile Maker!

Hello, I'm Shana! I am reliable, responsible, and down to earth. I have experience at a couple different places. I love to do arts and crafts, sing, dance, and just have fun with the kids. Whenever they're around me, I promise the kids will have the time of their lives!
Shana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica V.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a senior at UNI studying Elementary Ed and Spanish teaching. I have babysat for over 6 years with many different families and age ranges. I also have experience teaching and being a camp counselor. I love to be active and outdoors. I am very comfortable following house rules and helping out with...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Our babysitter cancelled on us last minute and Jessica came to the rescue last minute. She's very professional and dependable!"

Michelle E.

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Anne S.


Waterloo, IA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Anne! I am a second grade teacher in Waterloo. I graduated from UNI with a degree in early childhood education. I have been babysitting since I was 10 and I have experience caring for children from 6 weeks and up. I also have experience caring for children with special needs (my sister has Down syndrome). I love...
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Anne is extremely kind and reliable when working with children. She has plenty of experience working with children that helps her care for them. She is also cheerful and sweet that makes kids like and listen to her more easily."

Bailey S.

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Alaura L.


Cedar Falls, IA

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Alaura! I am currently a senior at the University of Northern Iowa. My major is Art education! I currently nanny for a family and spend lots of time with kids. I have worked with children for several years now and have lots of experience! Ways people would describe my personality is outgoing, kind, and fun....
Alaura can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great with kids of all ages. Very positive and happy. Accessible. Knows first aid. Very reliable and she always lets me know if things change."

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Erin B.


Cedar Falls, IA

$12-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently attending school in Cedar Falls, IA. I also have experience as an in-home caregiver and preschool teacher as well as CPR training. I am very warm and fun, but also vigilant when it comes to safety.
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Erin was great with our son. She came over a little early which we greatly appreciated, let us chat a bit. Our son was happy to have Erin over and we'd be happy to hire her again. She's responsible, respectful and so nice."

Care member

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Audrey K.


Waterloo, IA

$13-21/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate, Energetic And Artsy Sitter!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently a K-5 art teacher in the Waterloo Community School District looking for occasional babysitting opportunities or PCA positions. While I'm now teaching, I've had many years of childcare experience, whether through nannying, babysitting and instructing at various art centers. I have experience caring for a...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Always prepared with fun activities for kiddos! Kind and genuine too!"

Sarah N.

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Star S.


Cedar Falls, IA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for most of my life. I have started babysitting outside of my family the past year. I am willing to do extra tasks if needed. I am an elementary education major at UNI. I have watched children from infant to teenage. I love working with children and love to see the spark in their eye when they learn...
Star can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had very positive experience and my son loved star. "

Chaitanya M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently going to UNI for Social Work and Criminology! I am the youngest of 4, so I have been around kids my whole life, babysitting my nieces and nephews. I have also been babysitting for almost 8 years. I have watched kids ranging from a few months to 10 years old! I love being around kids and letting their Imagination...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in La Porte City, IA

Rainee G.

5.0

She does a great job with my kids (:

- Care member

Jessica V.

5.0

Jessica was great with our boys! The boys had an awesome time and we would love to have her hang out with them again! She has also helped us with caring for our dogs when we were out of town and took great care of them. Reliable, punctual, and great at what she does!

- Care member

Anne S.

5.0

Anne is very nice person, very dependable and punctual. We are lucky we found her, who we can trust 100%. My son really likes her and likes spending time with her.

- Chaitanya M.

Alaura L.

5.0

She was very good with both our children. They loved that she did arts and crafts with them and she’d played outside with them. She didn’t let them play with electronics and actually cared about getting to know what they liked!

- Care member

Erin B.

5.0

Erin was great with our son. She came over a little early which we greatly appreciated, let us chat a bit. Our son was happy to have Erin over and we'd be happy to hire her again. She's responsible, respectful and so nice.

- Care member

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